Outstrip
Verb
Definition: To move faster than and overtake (someone else).
Synonyms: Surpass, Exceed, Outrun, Outdo
Antonyms: Lag behind, Fall behind, Trail
Examples:
- The sprinter outstripped his competitors, winning the race effortlessly.
- The company's profits outstripped all expectations.
Mnemonics:
- "Out" signifies moving ahead or beyond, and "strip" relates to surpassing or overtaking.
Etymology:
Origin:
Middle English, from Old English 'ūtstrīpan', meaning 'to pass by'
Historical Usage:The word has been in use since Middle English, and its meaning has remained consistent over time.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Outstrip the competition"
Explanation:To surpass or exceed competitors or rivals.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing 'outstrip' with 'outstrip oneself'.
Explanation:'Outstrip oneself' means to exceed one's own previous achievements or performance, rather than overtaking others.